Gfl Environmental Inc.
Provides non‑hazardous solid & liquid waste management, soil remediation and recycling services across North America.
12 hours ago
Junior (1-3 years), Entry-level
Full Time
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
Field
Company Size
20,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
pre‑trip inspection
driver log
vacuum truck
high‑pressure pump
weight compliance
rigging assist
Primary duties include completing pre‑trip inspections and paperwork, maintaining an electronic driver’s log, and operating vacuum trucks, combo units, and high‑pressure pumps safely under all weather and road conditions. The operator must understand provincial and municipal road restrictions, seasonal bans, wide‑load dimensions, and Transportation of Dangerous Goods routes, as well as weigh‑scale and Transport Canada guidelines. Additional tasks involve assisting crew with rigging, using spotters when needed, interacting with customers, performing routine maintenance, minor repairs, and adhering to GFL safety policies and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Perform pre‑trip inspections and complete equipment checklists.
- Maintain an up‑to‑date electronic driver’s log via cell‑phone app.
- Operate vacuum trucks, combo units, and high‑pressure water pumps safely.
- Navigate all weather conditions, road signage, and off‑road communications.
- Follow provincial/municipal road bans, wide‑load limits, and TDG routes.
- Apply Transport Canada guidelines for weigh‑scale compliance.
- Assist crew with rigging and job completion.
- Use spotters when required for safe operations.
- Interact professionally with customers and represent GFL.
- Conduct routine housekeeping, report deficiencies, and perform minor repairs.
- Follow GFL safety policies and wear appropriate PPE.
Requirements
class 3
d&a clearance
english
on-call
travel
hazardous waste
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada, hold a Class 3 (air‑braked) or Class 1 licence with a clean driver abstract, and be comfortable driving a manual‑transmission vehicle. A D&A clearance (12‑Panel Express to Lab) and strong English reading/writing skills are required. Flexibility for after‑hours call‑outs, willingness to travel throughout B.C. and Alberta during peak seasons, and prior experience in a similar industry are essential. Applicants must reside in the local area and be able to respond to calls without notice.
- Hold a valid Class 3 (air‑braked) or Class 1 licence with clean abstract.
- Possess D&A clearance (12‑Panel Express to Lab) and strong English proficiency.
- Be available for 24/7 on‑call response with no advance notice.
- Travel throughout B.C. and Alberta during busy spring and fall seasons.
- Reside in the local area; not a fly‑in/out role.
- Prior experience in hazardous waste transport or similar industry required.
Benefits
GFL is committed to equal opportunity employment and values safety, sustainability, and employee growth. The company offers career development, mentorship, and a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional advancement. Team members join “Team Green,” contributing to environmental solutions that keep communities green for life.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- must pass d&a clearance (12‑panel express to lab drug and alcohol pre‑access testing).
- require a clean drivers abstract.
Overview
Born in 2007
Year of founding through merger
The company was formed through the merger of several Canadian waste firms, marking its official inception.
4th Largest
Market ranking in North America
GFL has grown to become the fourth-largest diversified environmental services provider in Canada and the US.
Over 25 States
US operational footprint
GFL's services span over half of the United States, showcasing its extensive national reach.
Multi-Billion Dollars
Annual revenue figures
The company reports significant annual revenues, reflecting its financial strength and market presence.
- Quickly transformed into a North American environmental powerhouse.
- Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario.
- Manages solid waste hauling, landfills, transfer stations, material recovery, liquid waste collection, vacuum truck service, soil remediation, and bulky-item pickups.
- Crafts integrated solutions, often replacing multiple vendors, with a signature bright green fleet.
- Notable projects include large municipal waste-collection contracts in Toronto, Halifax, and Windsor, plus excavation work at Toronto’s Pan Am Aquatics Centre.
- Expanded via strategic US acquisitions, such as Rizzo Environmental and Waste Industries, boosting its footprint and service scope.
- Operates material-recovery facilities and regularly files SEC and TSX reports.
- The Full Circle Project allows communities to vote on local charitable giving, blending service delivery with civic engagement.
Culture + Values
- Grow For Life
- Safe For Life
- Sustainable For Life
- Team Green
Environment + Sustainability
30% reduction
GHG Emission Target
Targeting a 30% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline.
40% recovery
Recyclables Recovery Goal
Goal to increase recyclables recovery at MRFs by 40% by 2030.
85% RNG
CNG Fleet Goal
Aim for 85% of CNG fleet powered by RNG by 2030.
100% renewable
Renewable Energy Goal
Aim for 100% renewable energy in operations they control by 2030.
- Vision: to be Green For Life through accessible, cost-effective, and sustainable environmental solutions
- Published a Sustainability Action Plan in 2022 outlining climate strategy
- Aligned reduction target with Global Methane Assessment, SBTi and IEA Net Zero pathway
- Currently increasing landfill gas capture, expanding CNG/RNG fleet, and installing renewable electricity
- Goal to double beneficial use of landfill biogas by 2030
- Avoided/sequestered 12.1 Mt CO₂e in landfills in 2021 (up from 7.9 Mt in 2020)
- 2021 baseline: Scope 1 emissions 3.942 Mt CO₂e, Scope 2 emissions 0.033 Mt CO₂e
Inclusion & Diversity
2024
Employee Engagement Survey
Conducted the first company-wide employee engagement survey to understand workplace satisfaction and areas for improvement.
2024
Green Leaf Scholars Program
Launched a scholarship program for dependents of full-time employees to support educational opportunities.
Women in Waste
Inclusion Program
Implemented the Women in Waste program to enhance women's participation in waste management roles.
Multi-Year
DEI&B Roadmap
Committed to developing a comprehensive, long-term roadmap for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Implemented Women in Waste (WIW) program to increase women’s participation
- Launched Green Leaf Scholars Program in 2024 for dependents of full‑time employees
- Committed to building multi‑year DEI&B roadmap
- Goal to increase percentage of women across GFL (no specific percentage disclosed)